2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Honda City.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Kalos | City |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |